Sawla - Chachyot, Mandi
Sawla is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawla is 015308. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.88 hectares and falls under the 175124 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sawla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawla
According to the 2011 Census, Sawla village had a total population of 317 people, including 172 males and 145 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.91%, with male literacy at 87.16% and female literacy at 61.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 129 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 43 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sawla
Sawla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawla
Sawla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sawla is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawla
Where is Sawla located?
Sawla village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawla is Tandi.
What is the pincode of Sawla?
The pincode of Sawla is 175124.
What is the population of Sawla?
Sawla had a total population of 317, including 172 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Sawla?
Sawla had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawla was 74.91%. Male literacy was 87.16% and female literacy was 61.07%.